Financial Planning Analyst - Stoke

Rapiscan Systems Inc.; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Rapiscan Systems Inc. is seeking a Financial Planning Analyst to join their UK Finance team in Stoke-on-Trent. This role involves preparing and managing forecasts, establishing departmental budgets, and providing insightful analysis to support decision-making. Ideal candidates will have proven FP&A experience, be a qualified accountant, and possess strong Excel skills. The position offers a chance to work closely with cross-functional teams and contribute to strategic projects.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in FP&A roles, ideally within a fast-paced or manufacturing environment.
• Advanced Excel skills with strong experience using financial systems and reporting tools.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to engage non-financial stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and manage rolling monthly forecasts and the annual budget process.
• Deliver clear and insightful management reporting across operational performance.
• Support the month-end close process and assist with accounts.

Skills

Financial analysis

Budgeting

Forecasting

Advanced Excel

Communication skills

Education

Qualified accountant (ACA / CIMA preferred)

Tools

Navision

Hyperion

Job description

Overview

Rapiscan Systems is a global leader in detection technology, providing advanced cargo and vehicle inspection systems that help protect borders, ports, and high-threat facilities worldwide. Our innovative solutions support customers in combating terrorism, smuggling, and trade fraud, delivering best-in-class imaging, reliability, and performance.

Role Overview

We are seeking a Financial Planning Analyst to join our UK Finance team based in Stoke-on-Trent. This role will support the UK Finance function and local management team by providing timely, accurate financial reporting and insightful analysis. You will play a key role in budgeting, forecasting, and performance reporting, supporting informed business decision‑making.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and manage rolling monthly forecasts and the annual budget process.
• Establish departmental budgets and ensure accurate cost control and accountability.
• Deliver clear and insightful management reporting across operational performance, revenue, inventory, project accounting, and intercompany activity.
• Provide financial analysis to support strategic and commercial decision‑making.
• Develop and track KPIs in collaboration with cross‑functional teams.
• Support the month‑end close process and assist with monthly, quarterly, and annual accounts.
• Work closely with global finance colleagues to align forecasting and reporting methodologies.
• Support statutory audits and respond to ad‑hoc requests from senior leadership.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in FP&A roles, ideally within a fast‑paced or manufacturing environment.
• Qualified accountant (ACA / CIMA preferred).
• Advanced Excel skills with strong experience using financial systems and reporting tools.
• Comfortable working with large datasets and producing meaningful financial insights.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to engage non‑financial stakeholders.
• Experience with Navision and/or Hyperion and knowledge of US GAAP would be advantageous.